Exclusive: Manchester United hold talks with Carlos Baleba

Manchester United could potentially have a huge upcoming summer window, with plans already starting to take place internally.

The midfield will be one of the most important positions that the Red Devils will aim to strengthen this summer.

Two midfielder signings are expected, but there could even be three depending on departures.

Many names will come up regarding who is on the shortlist, with the club assessing all options.

Carlos Baleba is a player whom United tried to acquire last summer, but he was deemed too expensive by Brighton and Hove Albion.

The Cameroon international has struggled in certain periods this season, with many fans having doubts about his signature.

CentreDevils can reveal an update on United’s stance on the midfielder.

CentreDevils understands that Manchester United held talks with Carlos Baleba’s representatives as early as last month.

The Red Devils still have the 22-year-old high on their list for this summer despite his form this season, with the midfielder being assessed alongside multiple other targets.

Personal terms aren’t expected to be an issue with the player being extremely open to a move.

No decision will be made until the club finalises their managerial decision at the end of the season.

Brighton are expected to be a tough side to negotiate with, and they are aware of the interest.

Michael Carrick has done fantastic since arriving as interim head coach in January and is a serious candidate for the permanent role.

Carrick’s side have only lost one in nine and are now in third place and three points clear of Aston Villa, who sit fourth.

There seems to be a real belief within the side, and Carrick seems to be making a positive impact with the players.

The option of getting a new permanent head coach is also on the cards, and this decision will have a huge impact on the club’s midfielder signings.

The next few weeks and months will give us more of an indication of where the club will be heading recruitment-wise.